India and Ukraine held their first-ever joint meeting on agriculture, focusing on technology transfer and knowledge sharing. This important meeting took place virtually and was co-chaired by Shri Ajeet Kumar Sahu, Joint Secretary in the Department of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare, and Ms. Oksana Osmachko, Deputy Minister of Agrarian Policy and Food of Ukraine. During…
In India, banned herbicide-tolerant genetically modified (HTBt) cotton seeds are gaining popularity. These seeds now make up about 15% of the country’s ₹3,600 crore cotton seed market. Farmers are turning to these seeds to reduce labour costs. They can spray herbicides to kill weeds, saving time and money. This trend is concerning for the government…
The monsoon season in India has become more active, bringing much-needed rain to various regions. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued alerts for heavy rainfall, thunderstorms, and strong winds in multiple states. This weather change is expected to bring relief from the ongoing heat and aid in the sowing of crops such as rice,…
The Viksit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan is a significant campaign launched to support farmers in India. Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan announced the successful completion of this initiative, which has reached over 1.34 crore farmers across 1.43 lakh villages. This effort aims to enhance agricultural productivity and promote sustainable farming practices. The campaign was formally…
The Maharashtra government has taken a significant step towards modernising agriculture with the approval of the Agriculture – Artificial Intelligence MahaAgri – AI Policy for 2025 to 2029. This decision, made during a cabinet meeting led by Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, aims to integrate cutting-edge technologies into the farming sector. The policy will use artificial…
On June 17, 2025, Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan visited the ICAR-Research Complex for Eastern Region (ICAR-RCER) in Patna. His visit aimed to review the institute’s research efforts to transform agriculture in Eastern India. Chouhan emphasised the need for lab-to-farm research to help farmers. He is committed to the vision of ‘Viksit Bharat @2047’, which…
Agriculture is a vital part of our lives. It provides food, jobs, and contributes to the economy. However, in recent years, we have seen troubling trends in how we approach farming. As countries develop, agriculture often takes a back seat. This is especially true in India, where the focus on industrial growth has led to…
England has been a leader in precision breeding in agriculture, especially with the passing of the Precision Breeding Act. However, recent developments raise concerns that the country may be falling behind Europe. Global agribusiness Syngenta announced it will close its UK-based wheat breeding programme. This decision could hinder home-grown wheat production, as the focus shifts…
India’s kharif crop sowing is making good progress this year. Farmers have planted crops across 89.29 lakh hectares, which is a rise from 87.29 lakh hectares last year. This shows an increase of about 2.15%. The Agriculture Ministry’s latest data highlights this growth. The increase is seen in various crops such as paddy, pulses, oilseeds,…
In Karnataka, the Desi Beejotsava event has brought together farmers, activists, and supporters to celebrate the rights of farmers and promote the registration of native seed varieties. This event highlights the importance of indigenous seeds in maintaining biodiversity and supporting local agriculture. Farmers play a crucial role in ensuring food security. However, their rights are…
